Division Vice President – Landfill

Division Vice President – Landfill & Organics
Position Summary:

The Division Vice President works in all business aspects (revenue growth and managing cost) of landfill and organics operations. The Division Vice President will have full P&L responsibility and ensure the highest standards of environmental safety and operational excellence by effectively managing the day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of assigned Landfill locations and compost facility.

• Manage performance of general managers, operations and maintenance managers.
• Manage the day-to-day operations and maintenance, meeting performance standards and productivity metrics
• Full P&L responsibility of assigned operations, including all business aspects of operation (contract
• Interact with various municipal leadership including but not limited to Public Works, City Managers, & City Council Members
• Complete involvement in sales and marketing aspects to continue overall location growth potential
• Manage all aspects of operating contract with Municipality and ensure full compliance. Assume role of contract manager.
• Manage implementation of maintenance program for full on and off-highway fleet, including program development and auditing processes.
• Develop and manage program to maximize landfill density and airspace savings.
• Manage technical consultants and operations teams to prepare and develop annual site operating plans, including but not limited to fill sequence plans, winterization plans, and drainage plans.
• Manage composting operation using KPIs to drive process improvement and production of high quality compost and mulch.
• Lead the sales effort of organic products to insure continuous movement of product at a profit.
• Responsible for interaction with all regulatory agencies, including Region Water Quality Control Board, Air Management District, Cal Recycle, Local Enforcement Agency and Jurisdictional land use.
• Ensure the training and development of the skills of the workforce by providing proper guidance and coaching
• Provide exceptional customer service and customer retention
• Engaging in the interview process in order to hire the most talented and qualified personnel
• Conducting weekly staff meetings with management team
• Encourage internal growth by providing opportunity for personnel development
• Provide effective leadership by developing and implementing a team focused work environment
• Determines workflow, staffing levels, monitors equipment operations and maintenance, conducts safety training, all while fostering a work environment based on teamwork and cooperation
• Provide monthly projection data and analysis. Review year-to-date and prior year budget data comparisons
• Ensure facilities meet all Federal and State Regulations, OSHA and local requirements
• Establish the necessary procedures to ensure overall safety of employees, customers and visitors
• Engage employees to create a safe, energetic work environment through feedback and recognition
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of facility, equipment, and property through inspections and preventive maintenance programs

• Bachelor's Degree (Civil Engineering preferred)
• 10 - 15 year's management experience
• Registered Civil Engineer (preferably in CA)
• Experience managing a solid waste system including landfills, transfer stations and composting facility.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and other related state and federal regulations
• Must have demonstrated leadership, problem solving and organizational skills
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to coach and develop subordinates
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to effectively interface with general public and regulatory agencies as well as political contacts
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations

• Master’s Degree (Business preferred)
• Previous experience in the solid waste and organics industry
• Manager of Landfill Operations certification (SWANA MOLO)